People are not allowed to “open a bottle, can or other receptacle containing liquor in a public place,” possess those items in a public place or consume liquor in a public place, according to the Seattle Municipal Code. (Follow the link for more details.)

Officers have to determine that someone is drinking alcohol, but the smell or behaviors of the person carrying the bag are typically a giveaway, Jamieson said. The bag idea also looks suspicious.

“If you’re drinking a bottle of milk, why do you need the bag?” Jamieson said.

The fine for violating the open container law is $27

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